Forge your future
Welcome to FORGE Vocational Training Institute in Tacoma, Washington. We provide top-tier welding education designed to equip you with valuable skills for a thriving career. Committed to empowering individuals, we proudly support Tribal Reentry programs, low-income families, State workforce initiatives, and DOC reentry programs, helping you build a brighter future through practical training and certification.
Our Mission:
"We declare that every Family has someone who deserves a real chance to begin again.
Forge exists for them- the sons, Daughters, Brothers, Sisters, Parents, and Friends
who are fighting to rebuild there there lives.
We stand for dignity, structure and the belief that a fresh start can change not just one person, but an entire family.
Our Mission is to open the door that to many people find closed, and to offer the Opportunity every loved one hopes for.
A path forward, A second chance, and a future worth fighting for.
Our welding program
At FORGE, we offer a diverse range of specialized welding programs tailored to meet various skill levels and career aspirations. Our hands-on approach ensures you gain practical experience and industry-recognized certifications, preparing you for success in the competitive welding field.
Foundational welding
Perfect for beginners, this program covers essential welding techniques, safety protocols, and basic equipment operation. Build a strong foundation for your welding career.
Basic fabrication
Expand your skills with fabrication methods, blueprint reading, and precision cutting. Prepare for roles requiring basic assembly and structural work.
OSHA-10 General Industry
Provide entry-level workers with foundational knowledge of workplace safety and health. Offered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), this program covers essential topics such as hazard recognition, prevention strategies, and worker rights.
Skills Refinement & Certification Prep
Tailored programs for specific industry certifications and specialized welding techniques, ensuring you meet the unique demands of your desired career path.
Our Vision:
A community where every motivated individual — regardless of background — can access a pathway to skilled trades careers
FORGE Vocational Training Foundation is an equal‑opportunity institution and does not discriminate on any protected basis.
Contact us
James Holland - Owner/Instructor: (253) 298 - 8020
Officers:
Officers have not yet been appointed.
HOURS OF OPERATION
Mon - Fri: 8am - 430pm
Saturday: 9am - 1pm
Sunday: Closed